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'''Mushroom World''' is the name of the world [[Mario]] and his friends live on.  It is the setting of many games in the Mario series and sub-series.  The [[Mushroom Kingdom]], [[Star Haven]], as well as all the lands featured in ''[[Super Mario Bros. 3]]'', are all a part of this Mushroom World. The Mushroom Kingdom is considered to be the "gateway" to the greater Mushroom World. As such, other lands that are associated with the Mushroom Kingdom also exist on Mushroom World, such as the [[Beanbean Kingdom]], [[Sarasaland]], [[Dinosaur Land]], and [[Yoshi's Island (place)|Yoshi's Island]]. However, games and places less associated with the Mushroom Kingdom (and the main Mario series itself) are harder to place. It is sensible to believe that places visited in the [[Donkey Kong]] and [[WarioWare]] series are a part of Mushroom World, as characters from these locations often appear in the Mushroom Kingdom for kart races and sports events. However, it is possible these places exist in different worlds, as they are not explicitly linked to the Mushroom Kingdom. As such, some places are only inferred to be part of Mushroom World, as they are not associated with the Mushroom Kingdom, but characters from those places are associated with Mario himself. In either case, characters are able to travel between these distinct areas, even if they exist in different worlds.
'''Mushroom World''' is the name of the planet [[Mario]] and his friends live on.  It is the setting of many games in the Mario series and sub-series.  The [[Mushroom Kingdom]], [[Star Haven]], as well as all the lands featured in ''[[Super Mario Bros. 3]]'', are all a part of the Mushroom World. As such, other lands that are associated with the Mushroom Kingdom also exist on Mushroom World, such as the [[Beanbean Kingdom]], [[Sarasaland]], [[Dinosaur Land]], and [[Yoshi's Island (place)|Yoshi's Island]]. It is however, harder to determine if places in the [[Donkey Kong]] series such as the DK Isles or Crocodile Isle or in the [[WarioWare]] series (Diamond City) are located on Mushroom World. It is sensible to assume that they are, because several characters appear in the mainstream Mario series.  


[[Image:Worldandspace.jpg|thumb|left|The planet from space, in ''[[Super Mario Galaxy]]''.]]
[[Image:Worldandspace.jpg|thumb|left|The planet from space, in ''[[Super Mario Galaxy]]''.]]
Mushroom World is orbited by a vast chain of small planetoids, as seen in ''[[Super Mario Galaxy]]''. This could possibly indicate a ring system, though this is unlikely. [[Mario]] appears to be able to breathe normally despite the lack of oxygen in this game, though in others he cannot.
Mushroom World is orbited by a vast chain of small planetoids, as seen in ''[[Super Mario Galaxy]]''. [[Mario]] appears to be able to breathe normally despite the lack of oxygen in this game, though in others he cannot. This may be explained by the presence of the luma in his cap.


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== Is Mushroom World actually Earth? ==
== The Relationship Between Mushroom World And Earth ==


Mushroom World is considered to be a distinct entity from the Earth, as the geography and history of the two worlds are completely different. In games where the Earth is explicitly represented, such as ''[[Mario's Time Machine]]'' and ''[[Mario is Missing!]]'', the Earth resembles the Earth we actually live on. We share this video game Earth's history, as well as its environments and other traits. Features of Mushroom World, such as the invasion of the Mushroom Kingdom by [[Bowser]], or giant mushrooms growing to the size of trees, do not exist in games where Earth is represented. However, it is possible Mushroom World is an alternate version of Earth, given the similarities between the two. This is explicitly stated in the anime film ''[[The Great Mission to Save Princess Peach]]'', ''Super Mario'' cartoons, [[Nintendo Adventure Books]] and ''[[Super Mario Bros. (movie)|Super Mario Bros.]]'' film. In these mediums, characters are able to travel between the two versions of Earth through dimensional gateways. However, this does not mean Mushroom World is Earth, just its equivalent in an alternate dimension.
Mushroom World and Earth are almost always believed to be separate planets, though confusion does exist in the form of remarkably similar ecosystems and terrains, several species of animals and obvious human populations on Mushroom World.
 
In other media such as the various cartoon series and comics, Earth and Mushroom World were understood to be different versions of the same planet in separate universes. Mushroom World was noticeably cartoony and slightly surreal (eg. Pasta Land, Down Under Land). In most continuities travel between the two planets was possible through warp pipes, a fact that has remained consistent throughout.  


Additionally, on a few occassions in the cartoon series, Mushroom World was actually referred to as Earth, although this may be due to the fact that various writers were unaware of the planet's actual name, and didn't want to confuse the viewers.
Additionally, on a few occassions in the cartoon series, Mushroom World was actually referred to as Earth, although this may be due to the fact that various writers were unaware of the planet's actual name, and didn't want to confuse the viewers.
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In Mario Kart Wii, the Rainbow Road appears to be above the planet Earth. In the distance we can see different planets in the Solar System, such as Saturn.
In Mario Kart Wii, the Rainbow Road appears to be above the planet Earth. In the distance we can see different planets in the Solar System, such as Saturn.
== Lands of Mushroom World ==
== Lands of Mushroom World ==


Revision as of 06:46, May 9, 2008

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Mushroom World is the name of the planet Mario and his friends live on. It is the setting of many games in the Mario series and sub-series. The Mushroom Kingdom, Star Haven, as well as all the lands featured in Super Mario Bros. 3, are all a part of the Mushroom World. As such, other lands that are associated with the Mushroom Kingdom also exist on Mushroom World, such as the Beanbean Kingdom, Sarasaland, Dinosaur Land, and Yoshi's Island. It is however, harder to determine if places in the Donkey Kong series such as the DK Isles or Crocodile Isle or in the WarioWare series (Diamond City) are located on Mushroom World. It is sensible to assume that they are, because several characters appear in the mainstream Mario series.

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The planet from space, in Super Mario Galaxy.

Mushroom World is orbited by a vast chain of small planetoids, as seen in Super Mario Galaxy. Mario appears to be able to breathe normally despite the lack of oxygen in this game, though in others he cannot. This may be explained by the presence of the luma in his cap.


The Relationship Between Mushroom World And Earth

Mushroom World and Earth are almost always believed to be separate planets, though confusion does exist in the form of remarkably similar ecosystems and terrains, several species of animals and obvious human populations on Mushroom World.

In other media such as the various cartoon series and comics, Earth and Mushroom World were understood to be different versions of the same planet in separate universes. Mushroom World was noticeably cartoony and slightly surreal (eg. Pasta Land, Down Under Land). In most continuities travel between the two planets was possible through warp pipes, a fact that has remained consistent throughout.

Additionally, on a few occassions in the cartoon series, Mushroom World was actually referred to as Earth, although this may be due to the fact that various writers were unaware of the planet's actual name, and didn't want to confuse the viewers.

Places not associated with the Mushroom Kingdom, such as Diamond City, may exist on Earth, if not Mushroom World or some other world.

In Mario Kart Wii, the Rainbow Road appears to be above the planet Earth. In the distance we can see different planets in the Solar System, such as Saturn.

Lands of Mushroom World

These are the lands associated with the Mushroom Kingdom and thus the greater Mushroom World. These lands appear in the Mario series of games, as well as some spin-off titles.

Non-Game Lands

Inferred Lands of Mushroom World

These lands are thought to exist in the same world as Mario's, given that characters such as Wario and DK appear in games with Mario. However, these lands are not explicitly associated with the Mushroom Kingdom. As such, it is possible these lands exist in a different world.

Worlds distinct from Mushroom World

The following is a list of planets separate from Mushroom World.

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